One of the things I enjoy the most about Portuguese summers is the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. The markets have a sweet smell to them, the roads are surrounded by fertile allotments, there are pumpkins drying out in the sun and improvised stalls everywhere. What a truly blessed climate we have!

Your pictures are a lovely reminder of my vacation in Portugal this summer with my husband. The country itself is beautiful, friendly and helpful people, delicious food, perfect weather. I know we'll go back again.